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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Stevens try to get Miss Kenton to understand?

2. What is Stevens' demeanor regarding Lord Darlington?

3. What does Stevens ponder again?

4. What is the profession of Lord Darlington's godson?

5. What does Miss Kenton tell Stevens before she leaves for the evening?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give five character traits for both Stevens and Miss Kenton. How are they similar? How are they dissimilar?

Essay Topic 2

Define the role of a butler in a great household. How does Stevens fit in that description. Is Stevens happy with his profession? Would he have chosen it if he had had other options? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

How does Stevens justify the humiliating behavior inflicted by Lord Darlington's guests toward him? What is his view on the laws of nature? Does he truly feel that class distinction has its place even after he has been a victim of its cruelty?

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